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Describe how E&T case managers coordinate with other staff and services. Coordination can involve tracking E&T participation, sharing information that may be relevant to participation in E&T (e.g. information related to good cause or a work exemption), and referral to additional services. QUESTION RESPONSE FIELD How do E&T case managers coordinate with: SNAP eligibility staff WCs or the Program Specialist sets change reports in the NFOCUS eligibility system for EOWs to act on. A case note with additional information is also entered. How do E&T case managers coordinate with: State E&T staff WCs communicate with the Program Manager, Program Specialist, and each other via email, video calls, or direct messages. How do E&T case managers coordinate with: Other E&T providers Communication is completed via email and NEworks. Communication can also be completed via video call or phone call when needed. How do E&T case managers coordinate with: Community resources WCs and partners communicate with community resources when a proper release is in place to ensure barriers are met, and services are not duplicated. How does the State agency ensure E&T participants receive targeted case management services through an efficient administrative process, per 7 CFR 273.7(c)(6)(ii)? Case management is monitored during annual monitoring events for partners and through case reads for WCs. Surveys are sent to successful participants and dropouts to get feedback on the program. To ensure that E&T participants receive targeted case management services in alignment with 7 CFR 273.7(c) (6)(ii), Nebraska employs both direct oversight and continuous feedback mechanisms. Nebraska’s E&T Program conducts annual monitoring events for all E&T partners, which include a review of case management activities, participant files, and service delivery practices. For WCs, routine case reads are performed to evaluate the quality, frequency, and effectiveness of case management provided to participants. These reviews assess whether employment plans are tailored to participant needs, whether barriers are being addressed, and whether appropriate follow-ups are documented. These reviews are completed by SNAP E&T Program Managers, Program Specialists, and SNAP Policy staff. In addition to internal monitoring, the E&T program distributes surveys to both successful participants and program dropouts to gather feedback on their experiences with case management. This feedback helps identify strengths and areas for improvement in service delivery and allows for real-time program adjustments to better meet participant needs. Administrative tools such as standardized case management templates, guidance documents, and ongoing technical assistance further support consistency and efficiency across providers. These practices ensure that case management remains focused, participant-centered, and aligned with program goals for employment and self-sufficiency. How do your offered case management services support the participant in the E&T program and provide activities and resources that help the participant achieve program goals? 1/29/26, 9:15 AM State Plan NE FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-nefy26stateplan//index.html 40/159